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US Boat Strikes in Caribbean Prompt War Crime Claims

The Trump administration faces scrutiny over deadly US military strikes on suspected drug boats, with 87 killed in 22 incidents. Critics allege war crimes and a dangerous blurring of law. Read the full investigation.

Philippines emergency as typhoon death toll hits 47

The Philippines government has declared a nationwide state of emergency following the devastating impact of Typhoon Kalmaegi, with the confirmed death toll climbing to 47 and rescue operations continuing across affected regions.

Philippines Battles Typhoon and Earthquake Crisis

The Philippines faces dual natural disasters as Typhoon Kalmaegi brings torrential rains and powerful winds while a separate earthquake forces emergency evacuations across vulnerable regions.

Philippines battles typhoon, quakes and volcano threat

The Philippines faces an unprecedented triple disaster as Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes chaos while earthquakes rattle the same region and a volcano threatens imminent eruption, forcing mass evacuations across vulnerable communities.

Trump deploys supercarrier in Caribbean drug war escalation

In an unprecedented military move, Donald Trump has dispatched the USS George Washington to lead a massive counter-narcotics operation across Caribbean waters, marking the most significant escalation in his administration's war on drugs.

ICC investigates Duterte's drug war in Davao

The ICC escalates its probe into former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's controversial anti-drug campaign, examining alleged crimes against humanity during his tenure as Davao mayor.

Brothers ran £1.5M drug empire from neighbouring mansions

Two brothers who lived in adjacent mansions have been jailed for running a sophisticated cannabis operation worth over £1.5 million, with police discovering a professional setup complete with ventilation systems and electricity bypasses.

UK Drug Death Map Reveals Shocking Postcode Lottery

Exclusive analysis reveals stark regional disparities in drug-related fatalities across England and Wales, with northern cities bearing the heaviest burden of this growing public health emergency.

Nitazenes: UK's deadly new drug crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals alarming rise in drug-related fatalities linked to potent synthetic opioids called nitazenes, with deaths spreading across England and Wales.

Instagram crowds ruin world's best beach

The idyllic shores of the Philippines' Hidden Beach, once crowned the world's finest, now face environmental collapse under the weight of overtourism and relentless social media exposure.

Philippines Fury Over Missing Flood Defence Billions

Massive public outrage grips the Philippines as a corruption scandal reveals billions of pesos missing from vital flood control projects, leaving communities vulnerable to climate disasters while officials allegedly profited.

6.5 Quake Hits Philippines - Tsunami Alert Issued

A powerful 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines, prompting urgent tsunami warnings and mass evacuations as authorities fear devastating waves could hit coastal communities.

Duterte threatens to cut Netherlands ties over ICC probe

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte threatens to cut diplomatic relations with the Netherlands if International Criminal Court investigators enter the country, escalating his war crimes investigation standoff.

7.4 Quake Hits Philippines: Tsunami Warnings Issued

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines, prompting urgent tsunami warnings and coastal evacuations across the region. The quake caused significant structural damage and power outages.

Tsunami Alert After 7.6 Quake Hits Philippines

A major tsunami warning has been issued across the Pacific region after a devastating magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck offshore from the Philippines, prompting urgent evacuation orders and raising fears of destructive waves.

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